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Rema plays host to Zlatan, introduces him to Barcelona players
In a heartwarming display of camaraderie, Nigerian music sensation Rema treated his senior colleague Zlatan to an unforgettable meet-and-greet with the Barcelona football team.
A viral video shows Rema introducing Zlatan to the La Liga players, with both artists shaking hands and exchanging pleasantries with the athletes.
This surprise encounter has sparked excitement among fans, highlighting the power of connections and collaborations in the entertainment and sports industries. By facilitating this introduction, Rema has once again demonstrated his ability to bridge gaps and bring people together, this time between the Nigerian music scene and the global football community.
The moment has left fans and followers praising Rema’s kind gesture and Zlatan’s humility in accepting the introduction. It’s a testament to the strong bond between the two artists and their willingness to support each other. Rema’s thoughtful act has created a memorable moment for Zlatan, and their friendship has emerged stronger than ever.
As the video continues to make waves on social media, fans can’t help but cheer for more collaborations between Nigerian music stars and international sports teams.
Rema introducing Zlatan Ibile to Barcelona players 😍❤️ pic.twitter.com/YaBseLTHZ7
— OLAMIDE 🌸💖 (@Olamide0fficial) August 6, 2024
Zlatan x Rema 😍🔥 pic.twitter.com/9xpR34nFOJ
— OLAMIDE 🌸💖 (@Olamide0fficial) August 6, 2024
In other news, Rema inches ever closer to a historic milestone, as his hit single “Calm Down” approaches RIAA diamond certification, potentially becoming the first African song to achieve this level of commercial success in the US.
“Calm Down,” one of the lead songs from Rema’s debut album “Raves & Roses,” was released in 2022 and has seen enormous global commercial success.
Testifying to its status as the most commercially successful African song in the United States, Rema’s “Calm Down” with Selena Gomez has now sold 7,000,000 units, earning it an RIAA 7-time platinum plaque.
This latest feat in the US follows its landmark achievement of becoming the first African song to surpass a billion streams in the country, marking a significant moment for both Rema and Nigerian music.
.@heisrema and @selenagomez's "Calm Down" has now sold over 7 million units in the US. pic.twitter.com/BYDHjRJpeA
— chart data (@chartdata) August 1, 2024